CAN DECIPHERING A RIDDLE SOLVE VLAD'S PROBLEMS? In the west wing of the tower Near to all Maligns hold dear Full moon strikes the midnight hour Set it right and steps appear The ancient riddle is well-hidden in the creepy and dusty Malign portrait gallery, yet Vlad bravely sets off to discover its meaning. The answer could save his home, his inheritance, and maybe even reveal his missing parents' whereabouts. Vlad turns twelve alone in a deserted shack, which is all part of the adventure as he reunites with his werewolf friend Rexus, has an encounter with a greedy bounty hunter, two witches, and his evil vampire relatives all in one week! Peppered with gorgeous black-and-white illustrations to bring imaginations to life, join the adventure, root for our heroes, and bring a peach for Vlad!.